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US Moves Ahead With Massive F-35 Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia Despite Security Worries
Reported by Neha Sharma (Staff Writer) · Times of India - Top Stories ·
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The US State Department approved a potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. This major deal has an estimated value of $24.3 billion for the kingdom. The approval moves the sale into a more advanced stage of review.
Security Worries
Concerns exist regarding China potentially accessing F-35 technology through Saudi Arabia. The proposed sale also raises questions about Israel's military edge in the region.
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What Happened
The US State Department advanced a $24.3 billion military sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, passing an early review stage despite opposition concerns.
Why It Matters
The deal tests delicate US alliances in the Middle East by potentially shifting the regional military balance while trying to secure deeper defense ties with Riyadh over Beijing.
What Happens Next
Congress will review the proposed sale and can attempt to block it, while talks continue over security safeguards to protect sensitive defense technology.
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